How many Division III swim programs are in Vermont?

There are 2 NCAA Division III swim programs in Vermont, including Middlebury College , Norwich University . Each profile includes recruiting benchmarks, net price, and academic data.

What times do you need to swim Division III in Vermont?

Required times vary by program tier within Vermont. Division III programs in the state range from highly competitive to developmental — each has different recruiting benchmarks by event. Build a free University Swim Fit profile to see exactly where your times rank for every Vermont Division III program.

Is Division III swimming worth it in Vermont?

Division III swimming in Vermont offers 2 program options spanning different academic profiles, costs, and competition levels. Whether it's worth it depends on your times, academic goals, and budget — use University Swim Fit to compare your fit at each program.

Division III Swim Colleges in Vermont

Vermont is home to 2 NCAA Division III swim programs. D3 swimming in Vermont attracts academically focused student-athletes who want competitive swimming without the time demands of D1 or the roster pressure of larger programs.

2 NCAA Division III swim programs in Vermont. NCAA D3 prohibits athletic scholarships entirely. However, D3 schools — especially private liberal arts colleges — often award generous institutional merit and need-based grants that produce competitive net costs.

Division III Swim Programs in Vermont

School	City	Est. Net Price	Niche Grade
Middlebury College	Middlebury	$26,500	A+
Norwich University	Northfield	$36,200	C+

Recruiting for Division III Swimming in Vermont

All Division III programs in Vermont follow the same NCAA Division III recruiting rules — but each program has its own time standards, roster culture, academic profile, and scholarship budget. When comparing Vermont Division III programs, consider:

Your event times relative to each program's existing roster benchmarks
Academic fit — admissions standards and available majors vary significantly across Vermont Division III programs
Cost — estimated net price after grants can vary by $10,000–$30,000 per year even within the same division
In-state tuition — Vermont public universities may offer significantly lower tuition for Vermont residents
Conference competition level — conference affiliation affects the competitiveness of the dual-meet schedule

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Other Divisions in Vermont

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Division III swim programs are in Vermont?: 2 NCAA Division III swim programs are located in Vermont. See the full list above with recruiting data, cost, and academic information for each school.
What times do I need to swim Division III in Vermont?: Required times vary by program — Vermont has Division III programs at different competitive tiers, each with different recruiting benchmarks by event. Build a free profile on University Swim Fit to see exactly where your times rank for every program.
Do Division III programs in Vermont offer swimming scholarships?: NCAA D3 prohibits athletic scholarships entirely. However, D3 schools — especially private liberal arts colleges — often award generous institutional merit and need-based grants that produce competitive net costs.
How do I contact Division III swim coaches in Vermont?: Email coaches directly with your best times, GPA, graduation year, and intended major. D1 and D2 coaches cannot initiate contact until June 15 after your sophomore year, but you can email them first at any time. D3 coaches have no contact restrictions. See our coach email guide for templates and tips.